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Old 01-12-2022, 03:26 PM   #5
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Originally Posted by trevorhp View Post
Just fix 2 medium jubilee type clips (the ones with a flat worm drive) around the filter housing right at the top near the aluminium casting and tighten quite tightly.
Tap one of the screw heads with a hammer sharply to loosen the over tightened housing slightly, then spin it off with your hand.
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I like original and inexpensive solutions... this could work. I have the proper tool but it cost over $30. For removing the filter once a year your idea is cost effective. I think there is a difference between tapping with hammer to loosen and hammering...
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